Attems Collio Merlot 2015

Merlot is a wine with a particular wine: is eighteen months in barriques of second and even third step, which is created in the micro-barrel results in a complete evolution of all its aromas. The taste is in fact a full-bodied, textured, spicy, but at the same time retaining a particular freshness.

The eye is struck by the intense red purple and clear. Clear and bright, has a beautiful structure.

The sniff test reveals a range of fragrances associated with red and black berry fruits such as cherry, strawberry, blackberry and blueberry, followed by hints of herb plant.

In the mouth it is structured and balanced, with soft tannins and elegant. The finish is clean and of good persistence

The vineyards are located in the Collio area Lucinico Gorizia. Altitude: 130 meters. s.l.m. Area: 2 Ha. Exposure: South, Southeast

Climate

Climatic conditions were characterized by a warm winter and high spring temperatures with low rainfall and the germination was early with a subsequent development of uniform vegetation. The rains in late spring and early August, coupled with the large scale of temperature between night and day, have ensured a good development and maturation of the grapes, characterized by an important aromatic baggage. The 'vintage is exceptionally rich in perfumes and structure, with the typical flavor that characterizes the wines of this region.

Composition of the land

Marl and sandstone of Eocene origin formed by the raising of the seabed 50 million years ago.

System

Spured Cordon

Plants n. x hectare

5.000

Yield x hectare

60 q.

Harvest

Third week of September. Manual

Temperature fermentation

Fermentation temperature: 25 ° / 27 °

Period fermentation

Working time: 15-20 days.

Production technique

Fermentation vats: Stainless steel tubs classic

Vinification

Maceration time: 15-20 days. Malolactic fermentation: Done

Aging

14 months in barriques and steel 2 months

Alcohol

13.00% by volume

Matching

Rabbit and chicken cooked in a pan with vegetables, grilled lamb, soups with thick bacon or sausage

Attems (Frescobaldi)

Winemaking traditions in the Collio
For generations, Attems has been synonymous with winegrowing in the Collio. The Attems family has always held to the conviction that a wine’s quality and character derive from its local growing area.
Attems’ goa...

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